Our Advisors
Behind our companies, we’ve got a great Advisor team—one made up of people with diverse experiences, passions, and expertise. Together, we’re working to turn passions into products, to turn concepts into companies, and to turn innovators into incredible co-founders.
Gregory is a highly experienced Defense Program Manager, with over 30 years of experience in the field.
Gregory Bennett is a business leader with over 30 years of experience in the Aerospace and Defense Industry. He has extensive expertise in program planning, management processes, and cost analysis. He is an expert in the areas of military operations, logistics/supply chain management, and financial management.
He has a proven track record in strategic planning, growth performance, production and manufacturing systems development, deployment, and execution - as well as continuous improvement. Greg's unique empowerment model and execution strategies have been key to his success as a project manager. Greg has worked on a variety of subsystems across all engineering/program disciplines and has experience with both domestic and international military customers.
Greg's focus is on developing systems that meet customer requirements while empowering employees to achieve excellence. Greg has a history of leading successful teams and implementing strategic plans that achieve growth, performance and improve production and manufacturing operations. Greg's leadership is all about driving positive change within organizations.
Greg is deeply dedicated to his work, but also to giving back to the community. He enjoys building things - be it in the factory or in his neighborhood. He's a high-energy individual with a forward-thinking mindset, and he looks forward to continuing to make an impact both technologically and organizationally.
Edmund is a multi-disciplinary individual who is always seeking out new challenges and new opportunities to serve.
Dr. Prater is a highly accomplished individual who has worn many hats throughout his career. At present, he is a Professor of Global Supply Chain Operations at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). and the Executive Director of the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC). Recently he became the first UTA recipient of the Jefferson Science Fellowship from the National Academy of Sciences.
He came to academics later in life. He received my B.S. and M.S. Degrees in Electrical Engineering before entering the industry where he had a successful career as an executive with two Fortune 500 companies. Returning to academia, he completed his M.S. in Industrial Engineering and a Ph.D. in Operations Management from Georgia Tech.
Dr. Prater is a true academic, having taught at universities around the world for 20 years and serving on multiple boards including HBCUs. Additionally, he has served as an Adjunct Professor at UTA, Kennesaw State University, Southern Methodist University, The United States Military Academy at West Point, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University teaching supply chain management, logistics, business process improvement, lean Six Sigma Black Belt courses.
Dr. Prater's dedication to his students is matched only by the number of hours he spends mentoring them through their graduate programs; as an academic, he directed the College of Business Ph.D. program for numerous years where he oversaw several departments. This passionate leader has chaired or cochaired over 15 Ph.D.' s at universities both domestically & internationally.
Dr. Prater's an individual who always seeks out new challenges with enthusiasm. He has been featured on various media outlets including Fox News, Dallas Morning News, NBCDFW, CBS11, and more. He is a multi-disciplinary individual who is always seeking out new challenges and new opportunities to serve.
Keith is a coach who helps people achieve their goals.
Over the course of his career as an entrepreneur, inventor, physician, personality, and author; Keith Albow is a life-, business- and corporate coach who specializes in helping people. He's a coach to Fortune 500 CEOs, US Senators, Professional Athletes, as well as members of the President’s Cabinet to name just some of his clients.
Keith believes that human beings have the ability to tap into their innate strengths to overcome any obstacle. After working with hundreds of clients around the world, he developed a system that identifies negative thought patterns and limiting beliefs that are subconsciously preventing you from achieving your true goals.
Keith has written 16 New York Times bestsellers that combine self-help content for those looking to better themselves from within. He has appeared on national television 1oo's of times for programs like The Today Show (ABC), CBS This Morning, Good Morning America, Inside Edition, Dr. Oz, Oprah etcetera! Additionally, Keith has served as a national Contributor for the Fox News Network and a columnist on psychology, politics, and social phenomena for The Washington Post, The Boston Herald, and The Baltimore Sun.
Keith's goal is to empower people to take control of their lives and create the future they want. His message is simple: You have the power to change your life for the better, and it all starts with changing your mindset.
A real estate advisor with many years of experience who is passionate about finding the best properties for his clients.
Kenneth Gilbert has always had a passion for baseball. When he was drafted as a professional player, he knew that his career in the MLB was just beginning. Once he was finished with his playing career, he decided to follow his passion for Real Estate. He accumulated an extensive history in real estate, working with highly acclaimed builders, brokers, and developers across the nation.
Today, Kenneth leads the commercial and residential real estate division. His years of support in the residential space were inspired by the support of building a home for families. His growth in experience gave him a love to empower investors by aligning the best properties for their strategies - all while injecting some wit into the process.
Kenneth is passionate and loves finding new opportunities that can benefit both investors and homeowners alike. When he's not working, you can find him spending time with his wife and three young sons or coaching little league baseball.
Kenneth is a driven person who loves finding ways to help people, and he is committed to providing the best possible service for his clients. If you're looking for someone who can help you find the perfect property or investment, Kenneth Gilbert is your man. Contact him today to get started!
Xavier is a finance and business expert with numerous years of experience in driving growth.
Xavier Egan is an experienced financial leader with a successful track record in driving growth and efficiency in complex businesses. He has a well-rounded education, with qualifications in finance, accounting, strategic planning, and executive leadership.
Throughout his career, Xavier has partnered with businesses across all sectors to create opportunities for organizational stakeholders. He currently works in private equity, mergers & acquisitions, technology, venture capital, and real estate - making him well-placed to advise on some of the most lucrative deals in the market.
Xavier has a proven ability to see the big picture and identify opportunities that others may miss. He is an expert at financial modeling and forecasting, which allows him to provide insights into a company's future performance. He is also a skilled negotiator, who has successfully closed deals worth millions of dollars.
If you are looking for someone who can provide guidance on how to grow your business and maximize value for all stakeholders, then Xavier is the perfect partner for you. Contact him today to discuss your needs and see how he can help you achieve your goals.
What sparked your interest in the world of entrepreneurship?
My father and mother were both entrepreneurs, so I suppose it started at an early edge.
Why did you decide to join Ventures?
Because I'm so addicted to entrepreneurship, I wanted to go from serial to parallel.